Ages 9–12
Dragons
A more demanding curriculum for students ready to be pushed — real technique, real conditioning, and leadership responsibility on the mat. Most students train two classes a week for steady progress.
In short
Dragons is Elevate Martial Arts' program for ages 9–12. Classes run 45 minutes with a full curriculum of striking, grappling and self-defense plus leadership and goal-setting training.
- Class length
- 45 minutes
- Ages
- Ages 9–12
- Offered at
- Middletown · Clearlake
What students gain
- Builds confidence by helping students overcome meaningful challenges.
- Encourages leadership through positive example and personal responsibility.
- Reinforces consistency, preparation and goal setting.
- Develops resilience by showing that progress comes from effort over time.
- Creates face-to-face friendships in a world increasingly centered on screens.
- Builds athleticism through engaging, structured training.
- Encourages students to believe they can do hard things.
- Provides a community where effort and character matter.
Inside a class
Step 1
Warm-up
Dynamic mobility and conditioning circuit.
Step 2
Curriculum block
Belt-level technique with detailed correction.
Step 3
Application
Situational drills and controlled sparring rounds.
Step 4
Debrief
What improved today, what to work on next class.
“Great trainers, fun for the kids and a great way for them to learn respect, self control and obeying instructions. My son is a little rambunctious and the way they handle his outbursts in a respectful and understanding way is amazing.”
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Tuition
Membership options
$149–$189 per month
- No long-term contracts.
- No hidden equipment packages.
- No surprise testing fees for beginning students.
Training frequency: Most kids train 2 times per week; some families choose once a week. New students are generally limited to 2 classes weekly (plus makeups), with 3-day options usually opening up as they advance.
“My children have enjoyed their time in their classes. I as a parent enjoy watching them improve in many areas, but the best one so far is the self confidence.”
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Dragons class times
Middletown
Common questions
“My 9 year old son has been with Elevate Martial Arts for over a month and is enjoying every moment. We love the vibes and how welcoming they continue to be at the dojo.”
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